Pavlina Osta
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Born | Pavlina Jaine Francis Osta September 26, 1997 Daytona Beach, Florida, U.S. |
Occupation | Executive Director and Producer of National Podcasts for Salem Media Group (2017-present) Host of ’Pavlina’s Kidz Place’ (2009-present) |
Known for | Radio Host Guinness Record Holder’Most Radio Interviews in 24 Hours’ Author of 20 Things Every Motivated 20-Something Should Know |
Website | PavlinaOsta.com |
Pavlina Osta (born September 26, 1997) is an American radio personality and Executive Producer for Salem Media Group, and host of the syndicated broadcast, “Pavlina's Kidz Place.”[1] An accomplished classical ballet dancer and recipient of five Gracie Awards in four consecutive years (2014,[2] 2015,[3] 2016[4] and 2017[5]), when not working on her career as a radio host and YouTube interviewer,[6] Pavlina attended The King's College 2016-2019 graduating with a BA in Media, Culture and The Arts. After gaining experience as an interviewer and journalist for local radio stations (WAPN, Holly Hill, Florida; WAPB, Madison, Florida; and WELE, Ormond Beach, Florida), she began a YouTube channel and became syndicated on 24 stations.[7]
Over the course of her career, Pavlina has interviewed over 600 public figures, including actors, musicians, politicians, athletes, and other celebrities. In 2014, she published ’Talk to Me: The Road Trips of a Teen Celebrity Radio Host’ a non-fiction Exposé compiling some of her most sought-after interviews.[8] She currently holds the title of Junior Editor for I Am Entertainment Magazine as well as a contributor for Full Access Magazine and Equanimity Magazine.[9] In 2013, Pavlina founded Text Ya Later, a non-profit intended to raise youth awareness about the dangers of distracted driving.[10]
In 2020, Osta wrote a book entitled 20 Things Every 20-Something Should Know, which became an Amazon #1 Bestseller. The book highlights her interviews with doctors, researchers, and celebrities who give advice to Millennials and Generation Zs. The book is a roadmap for young adults wishing to succeed in today's world.
Career[]
In as early as 2009, Osta began her syndicated broadcast, ’Pavlina’s Kidz Place’, where her guests included celebrities ranging from athletes and music artists to actors and politicians.[11] The shows also aired on local radio stations WAPN (95.1FM) and WELE (1380AM).
Guinness World Record[]
On November 22–23, 2014 Osta achieved the Guinness World Record for the most radio interviews conducted in 24 hours.[12] She conducted 347 interviews, each being a unique set of at least five questions. The entire 24-hour period was broadcast live on Ustream.tv and via Live365.[13]
Publications[]
- 20 Things Every 20-Something Should Know (2020)
- Talk to Me: The Road Trips of a Teen Celebrity Radio Host (2014): An incredible story of an irrepressible teen chasing her dream of celebrity journalism.
- What It's Like to Be a Teen Reporter (2014)
Awards and honors[]
- Gracie Award Winner, Outstanding Anchor - News or News Magazine, (2014)[14]
- Gracie Award Winner, Outstanding Host - News/Non-Fiction, (2015)[15]
- Gracie Award Winner, Outstanding Host - Entertainment/Information, (2016)[16]
- Gracie Award Winner, Outstanding Talk Show - Entertainment/Information/News/Lifestyle, (2016)[17]
- Gracie Award Winner, Host/Personality - News or News Magazine, (2017)[18]
- TELLY Award Winner, TV Programs, Segments, or Promotional Pieces, (2015)[19]
- Communicator Award, Online Video, (2015)[20]
- Rising Star Award, (2015)[21]
References[]
- ^ McLaughlin, Lacey. "Port Orange teen sets mark for most interviews". The Daytona Beach News Journal. Retrieved January 21, 2015.
- ^ "2014 Gracie Awards". Alliance for Women in Media. Retrieved August 17, 2015.
- ^ "2015 Gracie Awards". Alliance for Women in Media. Retrieved August 17, 2015.
- ^ "2016 GRACIE AWARDS WINNERS". Alliance for Women in Media. Retrieved July 19, 2016.
- ^ "2017 Gracie Gala Winners". Alliance for Women in Media. Retrieved 25 December 2018.
- ^ "Florida Teen Celebrity Journalist Boosts Career with New Website". nsbobserver.com. Retrieved January 21, 2015.
- ^ "You could be watching the new Barbara Walters: Gloria interviews Pavlina Osta". radioinfo.com. Retrieved January 21, 2015.
- ^ Scherker, Amanda. "Text Ya Later, LLC". huffingtonpost.com. Retrieved January 21, 2015.
- ^ "Florida Teen Celebrity Journalist Boosts Career with New Website". nsbobserver.com. Retrieved January 21, 2015.
- ^ "Text Ya Later, LLC". sunbiz.org. Retrieved January 21, 2015.
- ^ "Fifteen Year Old Celebrity Entertainment Journalist and Radio Personality, Pavlina Osta, Launches New Website, PAVLINAOSTA.COM". News Wire. Retrieved 25 December 2018.
- ^ "Most radio interviews conducted in 24 hours". Guinness World Records. Retrieved January 21, 2015.
- ^ "She smashed a World Record, at the age of 17..." bizjournals.com. Retrieved January 21, 2015.
- ^ "2014 GRACIE AWARDS WINNERS". Alliance for Women in Media. Retrieved January 21, 2015.
- ^ "2015 GRACIE AWARDS WINNERS". Alliance for Women in Media. Retrieved August 17, 2015.
- ^ "2016 GRACIE AWARDS WINNERS". Alliance for Women in Media. Retrieved July 19, 2016.
- ^ "2016 GRACIE AWARDS WINNERS". Alliance for Women in Media. Retrieved July 19, 2016.
- ^ "2017 Gracies Luncheon Winners". Alliance for Women in Media. Retrieved 25 December 2018.
- ^ "36th Annual TELLY Award Winners". Telly Awards. Retrieved August 17, 2015.
- ^ "21st Annual Communicator Award of Distinction Winners". Telly Awards. Retrieved August 17, 2015.
- ^ "Rising Stars 2015 Winners". Sun Broadcast Group. Retrieved August 17, 2015.
External links[]
- 1997 births
- Living people
- People from Daytona Beach, Florida
- American radio personalities
- Women radio presenters